Civil War Remembrance

Civil War Remembrance
May 23-25, 2009 (Open Saturday 'til 9pm)

Become a Part of Civil War History

During Memorial Day weekend, we invite you to become a part of living history as you travel through a microcosm of American Civil War. Union and Confederate soldier re-enactors, civilians, musicians and historic presenters—all in period costume—are eager to immerse you in the life of this turbulent American era. Civil War Remembrance is free to members and free with Greenfield Village admission.

activities

Greenfield Village offers you the opportunity to learn about, and challenge the many viewpoints of the Civil War period. Hear from both Union and Confederate soldiers along with the people on the home fronts as they present "Civil War Remembrance".

SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT
The Dodworth Saxhorn Band, America’s premier 19th century brass ensemble will perform a variety of music popular at the time of the Civil War. Included in this special performance is the world debut of The Last Camp, an original musical score written by Michigan composer George Osius. This stirring music is inspired by the poem by the same name written by Port Huron resident J. Wesley Benedict. The recitation will be performed by famous music professor, and Metropolitan Opera tenor George Shirley.

RECOGNITIONS & COMMEMORATION

Special Recognition Badges
for veterans and current armed services members
Saturday 9:30am-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30pm-5pm
(Village Pavilion outside)

Memorial Day Commemoration
with historian William Hendricks
Monday only, 12pm
(Village Green)

SPECIAL EXHIBITS & PRESENTATIONS

Original Army and Navy Artifacts
from the Civil War by Jack Barnhart
and Kraig Lawson
Saturday 12pm-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm
(Village Pavilion)

Michigan Civil War Battle Flags
Preservation with John Gibney
Uniforms, battle relics and artifacts
Saturday 1pm, 3pm & 5pm
Sunday and Monday 11pm, 1pm & 3pm
(Miller School)

What We Wore — Fashions of the Past
fashion show and lecture by Beth Turza
Saturday 12pm & 4pm
Sunday 12:30pm
(Town Hall)

Mysteries Uncovered: Details of Dress for the Civil War Civilian
Saturday 12pm-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm
(Village Pavilion)

NEW! Special Civil War Clothing Presentations
with Bill Christen, Pam Yockey and Carolann Schmitt
Saturday 12:30pm, 2pm & 5pm
Sunday 11am, 1:30pm & 3pm
Monday 11am, 1:30pm & 3pm
(Village Pavilion)

NEW! The Last Camp – See the original poem written by J. Wesley Benedict in 1872
Saturday 12pm-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm
(Village Pavilion)

Funeral at the Adams House
19th-century mourning
Saturday 11am–7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am–5pm
(Adams House)

Off to Prison and Soldiers' Aid
Saturday only 6:45pm
(Smiths Creek Depot)

Union Regimental Headquarters
Saturday 9:30am–7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am–5pm
(Susquehanna Plantation)

Sutlers Row
The Sutlers were traveling merchants and purveyors.
Stop by Sutlers Row to purchase authentically reproduced
goods of the era including items from the Greenfield Village
Glass Shop.
All day
(Near Town Hall)

MILITARY & CIVILIAN CAMPS

Confederate Military Camp
all day
(Near Logan County Courthouse)

Union Military Camp
all day
(Near Susquehanna Plantation)

Confederate Civilian Camp
all day
(Near Carousel)

Union Civilian Camp
all day
(Near Mulberry Grove)

MILITARY REENACTMENTS

Marching and Drill Practices
Saturday 10:30am–12:30pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am–11:30am
(Village Green)

Bayonet Drills
Sunday only, 12:30pm
(Village Green)

Cavalry Demonstration with the
Michigan Cavalry Brigade
Saturday 4pm, Sunday and Monday 2pm
(Walnut Grove)

Artillery Firing Demonstration
Narrated by Al Day
Saturday 5pm, Sunday and Monday 3pm
(Walnut Grove)

Tactical Demonstration
Narrated by William Hendricks
Saturday 6pm, Sunday and Monday 4pm
(Walnut Grove)

HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES

Show Your Support
Make souvenir ribbon rosettes
Saturday 9:30am-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am –5pm
(Edison Homestead)

Researching Your Civil War Ancestors with Civil War Historian Dale R. Niesen
Saturday 12pm-7pm
Sunday and Monday 11am-5pm
(Village Pavilion)

Enlist in the Army
Sign up and receive a reproduction Volunteer Enlistment paper
Saturday 9:30am-7pm
Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm

Mustering in and Drill
Once you’ve enlisted at the Post Office and seen the surgeon at Dr. Howard’s Office, you can report for mustering in and your first drill.
Saturday 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:15pm, 4:15pm & 5:45pm
Sunday 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:15pm & 4:15pm
Monday 10:30am, 2:15pm & 4:15pm
(Logan County Courthouse)

DRAMATIC PRESENTATIONS

The Door
Saturday 12:30pm, 2pm, 3pm 5pm & 6pm
Sunday and Monday 12:30pm, 2pm & 3pm
(Susquehanna Plantation)

The Breath of Emancipation
Saturday 1pm, 2:30pm, 4:30pm & 5:30pm
Sunday 1pm & 2:30pm
Monday 12pm & 1:30pm
(Hermitage Slave Quarters)

MUSIC

Dodworth Saxhorn Band
Saturday 2pm, 3:15pm, 5:15pm & 7pm
Sunday and Monday 11am, 2pm & 3pm
(Town Hall)

Camp Chase Drum & Fife Corps
Sunday 10:30am, 11:30am, 2:30pm & 3:30pm
Monday 10:30am, 2:30pm & 3:30pm
(Scotch Settlement School)

Concert and World Premiere of Original Music
Saturday 7:30pm-9pm
(Town Hall)

SHOPPING

Greenfield Village Store • Liberty Craftworks Store • Burbank Store
Saturday 9:30am-9pm, Sunday and Monday 9:30am-5pm

pricing

All activities are free with Village admission.

MEMBERS free of charge
NON-MEMBER SENIORS age 62 & up, $21
ADULTS age 13-61, $22
YOUTH age 5-12, $16
CHILDREN 4 & under are free.

Parking is $5 per vehicle.

what to bring, what to wear

Greenfield Village is spread over dozens of acres-- comfortable clothing and comfortable shoes are a must. A large portion of activities are held outdoors, rain or shine. Dressing for the weather is a must. Bring umbrellas / rain gear and prepare for a wide range of temperatures, especially if you will be staying into Saturday evening. Folding chairs are also recommended for those who cannot stand for long periods.

Wheelchairs are available for a small fee at the Village entrance. Electric scooters are also available for a fee, but only in limited supply. Wheelchairs and scooters are rented on a first come, first served basis-- plan to arrive early if you need to rent them. You are welcome to bring your own wheelchair or scooter, however, upright scooters (Segways) are not allowed on premises.

Children's wagons are also available to rent for a fee at the Village entrance. You are welcome to bring your own stroller or wagon, however, recreational scooters, bicycles or in-line / in-sole skates are not allowed inside the Village gates.

Bring a camera; photography is allowed in all areas of the Village.

special

Tickets to Greenfield Village are available online, through The Henry Ford Call Center (open 7 days a week, 9am - 5pm) 313-982-6001 and at all admissions counters. Tickets can be mailed when reservations are made 2 weeks or more in advance. Tickets purchased less than 2 weeks out will be held at Village Will Call.

directions/maps

The Henry Ford is located in Dearborn, Michigan on the corner of Village Road and Oakwood Boulevard, just west of the Southfield Freeway (M-39) and south of Michigan Avenue (US-12).

The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-4088

From the East or West via I-94:
Take I-94 to the Oakwood Blvd exit; go north on Oakwood. The Henry Ford is 2.5 miles from the exit on the corner of Village Rd and Oakwood Blvd.

From the South via I-75:
Exit to northbound Southfield Freeway (M-39), drive 4.1 miles to Oakwood Boulevard (Exit 4). Left on Oakwood and drive 1.8 miles.

From the North via Southfield Road (or I-96):
Take Southfield Freeway (M-39) South 4.5 miles past I-96 and exit at Michigan avenue (Exit 6). Continue on the Southfield service drive (veer left) for .5 miles. At the first stop light, turn right onto Village Road (through the iron gates) and drive 3/4 miles.

Metro-Detroit often has major construction projects. Please check the following sites for the latest on construction areas and road closures.

Michigan Department of Transportation

AAA Traffic & Construction Report